Women’s Health Counselling Centres are supportive wellbeing hubs established by Mersin Metropolitan Municipality under the Health Affairs Directorate to provide women with comprehensive health-focused counselling, guidance, and support services. Opened in 2021 with the collaboration of the International Organization for Migration (IOM), these centres offer a range of free, professionally guided health services designed to improve women’s physical, psychological, and nutritional wellbeing.
The centres serve women aged 15 and older, welcoming both local residents and migrants. At the heart of their mission is the commitment to support women in leading healthier, happier, and more empowered lives by addressing a wide spectrum of needs from psychological counselling and physical exercise guidance to diet and lifestyle support all provided entirely free of charge.
Women’s Health Counselling Centres offer individualised health services including psychological support for issues such as anxiety, stress, depression, and family concerns; dietary advice tailored to healthy eating, weight management, and life stage-specific needs; and exercise and physiotherapy programmes for conditions such as back pain, spinal issues, and musculoskeletal concerns. These services help women improve their daily functioning, manage chronic conditions, and enhance overall quality of life.
The centres also include facilities such as child-friendly spaces, ensuring that women can attend sessions confidently while their children are safely accommodated on-site. By offering a supportive and inclusive environment, the centres encourage positive lifestyle changes and foster a sense of wellbeing and self-confidence among participants.
Since their inception, the Women’s Health Counselling Centres have supported thousands of women across Mersin, helping them make meaningful improvements in both physical and mental health. Users consistently report improved mobility, increased self-esteem, better sleep, and enhanced nutritional habits, reflecting the holistic impact of the services provided.
Women’s Health Counselling Centres embody Mersin Metropolitan Municipality’s commitment to gender-responsive public health, ensuring that all women, irrespective of background, have access to essential wellbeing resources, expert guidance, and the support they need to live healthier, more fulfilling lives.
